Azar
Azar is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Fire; ninth month of the Persian year”.
| Meaning | Fire; ninth month of the Persian year |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | آذر |
| Pronunciation | ah-ZAR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Azar
Azar is the Persian word for fire, from Old Iranian ātar, and is also the name of the ninth month of the Iranian solar calendar. In Iran it is given mainly to girls, sometimes to boys, and often in compounds such as Azarmidokht. In Islamic tradition, Āzar is also the name given in the Quran to the father of Ibrahim, though the Persian name comes from the word for fire.
Is Azar a Muslim name?
Azar is a Persian name meaning 'fire'. It is used by Muslim families in Iran and Azerbaijan, though some parents avoid it because Azar is also the name of Ibrahim's idol-worshipping father in the Quran.
Where is the name Azar used?
Used in Iran, mainly for girls; Azer is a boy's name in Azerbaijan.
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Spellings and variants of Azar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azar mean?
Azar means 'Fire; ninth month of the Persian year'. It comes from Persian.
Is Azar a Muslim name?
Azar is a Persian name meaning 'fire'. It is used by Muslim families in Iran and Azerbaijan, though some parents avoid it because Azar is also the name of Ibrahim's idol-worshipping father in the Quran.
How do you write Azar in Arabic?
Azar is written آذر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Azar?
Azar is pronounced ah-ZAR.